The St. Peter lighthouse was constructed in 1884 and is one of the oldest operational lighthouses in the region.
The peninsula is home to a small, reconstructed 14th-century church dedicated to Saint Peter.
The park provides one of the few vantage points to view the sheer vertical rise of the Biokovo mountain directly from the seaside.
The bronze statue of St. Peter was installed in 2008 to honor the patron saint of the town.
The lighthouse building was repurposed to include an apartment for seasonal tourist rental.
St. Peter's Forest Park occupies a pine-forested peninsula that separates the Makarska harbor from the open Adriatic Sea. The area is defined by a circular walking path that encircles the entire cape, offering views of the Biokovo mountain range and the neighboring islands of Brač and Hvar. At the western tip, the St. Peter Lighthouse, built in 1884, stands as a prominent navigation point. A bronze statue of Saint Peter, holding keys, serves as a focal point near the entrance of the park. Rocky swimming coves and pebble beaches are accessible from the lower paths along the shoreline. The park interior features dense Aleppo pine forests providing significant natural shade. Benches are positioned along the trail to facilitate views of the coastline. The terrain is largely paved or graveled, making it accessible for walkers and joggers.
The elevated viewing platform near the lighthouse overlooking the Adriatic and the Biokovo mountains.
Wear sturdy walking shoes to navigate the rocky access points to the swimming coves.
Bring a water bottle as there are no shops or cafes located within the forest park perimeter.
Walk the full loop during the golden hour for the best light on the Biokovo mountain massif.
Attempting to climb the steep, unmaintained cliffs outside of the marked paths.
No nudity on designated beaches; keep noise levels low as it is a protected nature area.
